Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Worthington Steel; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

In this role, you will develop executive-level commentary, support earnings and external reporting, and drive process improvements with AI tools. Strong GAAP knowledge and experience with major FP&A systems are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
• Extensive FP&A leadership experience.
• Advanced GAAP understanding and financial systems proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop executive-level reporting and commentary that connects financial results with drivers.
• Support earnings preparation and external reporting with financial analysis and context.
• Lead forecasting, annual budgeting, and long-range planning initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional heads to manage budgets and identify cost optimization opportunities.
• Identify scalable improvements to financial reporting processes, including AI-assisted tooling.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field

Tools

Oracle

Tagetik

SAP

Hyperion

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

The Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis is responsible for oversight of reporting (including report development), analysis and forecasting activities. This role evaluates business performance, identifies emerging risks and translates financial and operational results into actionable insights for senior leadership. The Manager leads key elements of forecasting, annual budgeting, long-range planning, and executive performance reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop executive-level reporting and commentary that connects financial results with relevant commercial and operational drivers

Support earnings preparation and external reporting by providing financial analysis and business context

Contribute to ad hoc financial analyses and cross-functional projects, bringing structure and clarity to business issues

Assist in the setting of short- and long-term variable compensation targets and provide reporting that measures/summarizes attainment of compensation related metrics

Collaborate with support function department heads to develop budgets, manage operational expenses and identify cost optimization opportunities

Identify and implement scalable improvements to financial reporting processes, enhancing efficiency, accuracy and team capacity with the assistance of AI tools

Support the integration of acquisitions into the existing financial reporting environment

Capabilities:

Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

Strong analytical, mathematical and problem-solving skills

Track record of process improvement

Create visualization tools that allow stakeholders to analyze and interpret large financial data sets

Multi-task in a fast-paced environment and prioritize responsibilities to meet deadlines

Develop strong cross-functional partnerships

Interact confidently and lead business discussions with peers, business partners and senior leadership

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field from an accredited university

Extensive experience in a senior leadership role within financial planning and analysis (FP&A)

Intermediate understanding of General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Experience with Oracle, Tagetik, SAP, Hyperion or similar financial systems

Advanced experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint

About Us

Worthington Steel (NYSE:WS) is a metals processor that partners with customers to deliver highly technical and customized solutions. Worthington Steel’s expertise in carbon flat-roll steel processing, electrical steel laminations and tailor welded solutions are driving steel toward a more sustainable future.

As one of the most trusted metals processors in North America, Worthington Steel and its approximately 6,000 employees harness the power of steel to advance our customers’ visions through value-added processing capabilities including galvanizing, pickling, configured blanking, specialty cold reduction, lightweighting and electrical lamination. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Steel operates 37 facilities in seven states and 10 countries. Following a people-first Philosophy, commitment to sustainability and proven business system, Worthington Steel’s purpose is to generate positive returns by providing trusted and innovative solutions for customers, creating opportunities for employees and strengthening its communities.

Worthington Steel Inc., and its subsidiaries, is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, disability or veteran’s status.

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